Thungapuram (South) Village - Kunnam, Perambalur
Thungapuram (South) is a village situated in the Kunnam taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunnam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Perambalur. Thungapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thungapuram (South) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thungapuram (South) is 636242. The village covers a total geographical area of 729.69 hectares and falls under the 621716 pincode. Labbaikudikadu is the nearest town.
Thungapuram (South) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunnam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thungapuram (South)
As per Census 2011, Thungapuram (South) village has a total population of 2,290 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,174 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,442 literate and 848 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thungapuram (South) are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,290 | 1,116 | 1,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 134 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 807 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 309 | 539 |
Nearby Villages of Thungapuram (South)
Thungapuram (South) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thungapuram (South)
Thungapuram (South) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Perambalur to Thungapuram (South) is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thungapuram (South)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thungapuram (South) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thungapuram (South)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thungapuram (South) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thungapuram (South)
Where is Thungapuram (South) located?
Thungapuram (South) village is located in Kunnam Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thungapuram (South)?
The Gram Panchayat of Thungapuram (South) is Thungapuram.
What is the pincode of Thungapuram (South)?
The pincode of Thungapuram (South) is 621716.
What is the population of Thungapuram (South)?
Thungapuram (South) has a total population of 2,290, including 1,116 males and 1,174 females.
How many households are there in Thungapuram (South)?
There are 589 households in Thungapuram (South).
What is the literacy rate in Thungapuram (South)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thungapuram (South) is 62.97%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 54.09%.